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Rural Affairs and the Environment Strategic Research

The Scottish Government provides over £50 million of funding each year towards a portfolio of strategic RAE Science and Research.

Most of this research is carried out through the Scottish Government's Main Research Providers (MRPs). Research in these institutes differs from universities in being both directed and long-term. Both of these attributes are becoming increasingly important as governments respond to the complex challenges facing them. Scottish Government funding of science at the MRPs forms an important part of Scotland's science base, enhancing Scotland's reputation for excellence and relevance in rural, agricultural and environmental research.

The Scottish Government established a Co-ordinated Agenda for Marine, Environment and Rural Affairs Science (CAMERAS) in 2009 to ensure that science funded in these areas is better co-ordinated and supports the Government's single purpose of sustainable economic growth. More information and papers can be found at CAMERAS.